Cheap Flights from Heraklion to Catania

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa

Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Crete Heraklion to Catania below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Catania Fontanarossa.

Heraklion to Catania: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$90
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 58 mins
Most popular airlineMalta Air
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa is $90. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa.
Malta Air, Ryanair and Neos Air fly direct from Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa.
As of April 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa.
The cheapest month to fly from Crete Heraklion to Catania Fontanarossa is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Crete Heraklion Airport to Catania Fontanarossa Airport on Sunday, 1 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 58 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Catania Fontanarossa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Catania is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Catania Fontanarossa.

Flying from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.

  • Catania is one hour behind Heraklion and is in the UTC+1 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your HER to CTA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Flying into Catania (and then discovering more of Italy!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Ryanair.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between HER and CTA include:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • Rhodes Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Heraklion Airport (HER) to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)

  • Right now, $39 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $90. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from HER to CTA by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from HER to CTA.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport.

Handy information about Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • 80.18% of flights leaving Heraklion Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from HER.

  • To reach Heraklion Airport from central Heraklion, it takes about 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel near HER? If you're catching an early flight from Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CTA instead:

  • Grab a Catania-Fontanarossa Airport rental car and discover Catania and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, ECH and U-Save are top providers you can book with here.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to central Catania

  • From Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, Catania is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Catania. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Heraklion Airport to Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Catania, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HER to CTA in February. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.

Explore more of Italy

  • You've seen Catania, now it's time to explore more of Italy. Travel around 386 kilometres north to Naples to tick off its top attractions. From National Archaeological Museum to Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 161 kilometres north-west of Catania, Palermo is another essential stop in Italy. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Statua di Giuseppe Garibaldi, Chiesa di Santa Maria del Piliere and Casa di Paolo.

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